With deep roots in surfing, Johnny Stieg brings his experience from the ocean behind his Axis T23. Conversely, wakesurfing has also helped him progress in the ocean.
![wakesurfing](https://www.wakeboardingmag.com/uploads/2021/09/axis_t23_stieg-1024x768.jpg)
How I utilize standard ballast: Axis has hard tanks under the floor, and then factory-installed plug-and-play that fills ballast bags automatically in the lockers and under the front seats in the bow when the hard tanks are full. I just flip on my ballast switches and let it all fill up, and I’m ready to go. This is what I use 90 percent of the time with only one or two other people in the boat.
How I utilize extra ballast: For a little extra punch behind the wave, I’ll add an extra 750-pound bag in the center of the floor.
Custom settings: I just drop the Wedge, kick out the Surf Gate and ride.
Boat speed: I run about 10.6 to 10.8 mph no matter what setup I have going.
I usually surf: Frontside, but I surf backside a lot too. Having the ability to transfer back and forth while riding is a game changer, and it feels like the ocean because you can ride both directions.
Preferred board: Recently I have been riding a Rusty Snaggletooth, and I’m really stoked on it.
My favorite single feature on my boat is: Surf Gate because of the options and opportunities it has opened and how much time it has saved.
![wakesurf boat](https://www.wakeboardingmag.com/uploads/2021/09/axis_t23_top-1024x768.jpg)
Specifications
Length 22’5″
Beam 102″
Fuel Capacity 67 gal.
Seating Capacity 16 people
Standard Ballast 5,600 lb.
Max Ballast 3,700 lb.